AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHousing affordability pressure: New data shows housing affordability has hit a record low, with South Australia named Australia’s least affordable state as a median-income household can afford just 7% of homes sold—another sign the downturn is biting across the country. Banking & housing policy: Customer-owned banks are pushing their role in the “housing fix,” while major banks and regulators face renewed scrutiny over barriers to home loans and liquidity settings. Rates and bond-market jitters: Global bond volatility is feeding into rate expectations, with US jobs strength keeping pressure on yields—an environment that typically flows through to Australian mortgage pricing. Crypto regulation: Australia is moving ahead with a licensing transition deadline for crypto firms, with enforcement risk looming. Fintech & payments: Revolut received conditional US approval for a national bank charter, pointing to continued expansion of digital banking competition. AI infrastructure watch: PwC forecasts massive global data-centre spending through 2050, raising the question of power, water and jobs—issues that are already front and centre in Australia’s AI buildout. Critical minerals & deals: BHP said it remains committed to WAIO after reports Baowu is considering a stake, keeping investor attention on Australia’s resources pipeline.
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